James Prestini (1908–1993)
James Prestini is an American artist with 83 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $2,750.
A work by James Prestini sold in 2025 for $3,570, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View James Prestini on OpeningBid →What is a James Prestini work worth?
Across 63 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Prestini work is $2,750.
The median James Prestini sculpture sells for $4,800 across 33 lots.
The median James Prestini photograph sells for $2,000 across 2 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 50 | $4,800 | $12,000 | 66% | 2025-07-31 |
| Photography | 2 | $2,000 | $2,750 | — | 2022-11-17 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $10,000 | $12,000 | — | 2021-10-24 |
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 15 | $1,334–$3,816 | $2,000 | $8,400 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 18 | $5,000–$8,906 | $6,125 | $12,000 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2007 | $12,000 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2014 | $10,000 |
| Photography | 2022 | $2,750 |
| Photography | 2018 | $1,250 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a James Prestini worth?
Across 63 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Prestini work is $2,750. The median James Prestini sculpture sells for $4,800 across 33 lots. The median James Prestini photograph sells for $2,000 across 2 lots.
What is the average price of a James Prestini sculpture?
Based on 33 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a James Prestini sculpture is $4,800.
What is James Prestini's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a James Prestini sculpture is $12,000.
What is the average price of a medium James Prestini sculpture?
Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium James Prestini sculpture (medium (50–120 cm)) is $6,125, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a small James Prestini sculpture?
Based on 15 sold lots, the median auction price of a small James Prestini sculpture (small (under 50 cm)) is $2,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is James Prestini's auction record?
James Prestini's auction record is $12,000, set in 2007.
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